Less Sugar Means Sweeter Dreams
Lisa Andrews Lisa Andrews

Less Sugar Means Sweeter Dreams

I like to tell my clients that “sleep is good food.” It turns out that good food could mean better sleep too, while less nutritious options may have a negative impact on sleep health.

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Functional Food Spotlight: Mushrooms
Lynn Grieger, RDN, CDCES, CHWC, CPT Lynn Grieger, RDN, CDCES, CHWC, CPT

Functional Food Spotlight: Mushrooms

Mushrooms add flavor and texture to a variety of meals, but have you ever tried foods or beverages made with functional mushrooms? It’s estimated there are at least 12,000 different mushroom species in the world, with 2000 used in foods or as functional ingredients.

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Fermented Foods for Brain Health
Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Fermented Foods for Brain Health

Previous studies have found a connection between diet and mental health. Foods like blueberries, salmon, and green leafy vegetables may protect you against dementia, and we also know that a diet containing lots of ultra-processed foods is linked with depression.

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Americans Need Help with Heart Healthy Habits
Lisa Andrews Lisa Andrews

Americans Need Help with Heart Healthy Habits

While there are many factors that impact a person’s weight and risk for heart disease, it’s no surprise that a nutritious diet and exercise remain the leading strategies to manage both…

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Chronic Stress Could Mean Constant Cravings
Lisa Andrews Lisa Andrews

Chronic Stress Could Mean Constant Cravings

If you find yourself hunting for candy when you’ve had a stressful day, you’re not alone. Comfort food is a common go-to when we’re under pressure. Unfortunately, the combination of stress and high-calorie comfort food alters the brain and can lead you to eat too much. It may also increase cravings for sweet, highly palatable foods, which could lead to weight gain…

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